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9h 19m474 miles10 stops
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Game On Escapes & More
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
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Salem Lake
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Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
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Grand 18-Winston-Salem
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Iron Heart Winery
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The Magic Mountain
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Heritage Square Antique Mall
Heritage Square Antique Mall is the premier location for Antiques, Vintage and Retro items in Central Ohio! The over 50,000 square foot showroom is the largest in the area; with over 400 individual dealers! Our selection of fantastic merchandise is constantly evolving and changing everyday. We feature furniture, art, home decor, dining and serving ware, tools, collectibles, military items, sports memorabilia and many one of a kind finds. We have something for everyone and every occasion. Open 7 Days a Week with convenient shopping hours. We provide cardboard boxes and shopping bags for items to travel home with our customers.
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Governor's Residence
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Kelton House Museum & Garden
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
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Ohio Stadium
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1
Start:Game On Escapes & More
Cary, North Carolina·
5.0
(98) review
We offer family friendly escape games and a game show appealing to a variety of ages. Great for corporate events, team outings, and just a fun night out with friends and family.
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Start:Salem Lake
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.5
(97) review
1001 Salem Lake Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27107-1571
3
Start:Lam Museum of Anthropology, Wake Forest University
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(9) review
Discover North Carolina's only museum dedicated to the study of global cultures. Explore stories of humanity, from ancient archaeological sites to the celebrations and struggles of today. Learn about peoples around the world through their everyday and ceremonial objects, and visual arts. Changing exhibits highlight the Museum's collections of nearly 30,000 archaeological and ethnographic artifacts from more than 350 cultures and 90 countries. Admission is free.
4
Start:Grand 18-Winston-Salem
Winston Salem, North Carolina·
4.0
(72) review
5601 University Pkwy, Winston Salem, NC 27105-1313
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Start:Iron Heart Winery
Allisonia, Virginia·
4.0
(7) review
3742 Boone Furnace Rd, Allisonia, VA 24347-4001
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Start:The Magic Mountain
Columbus, Ohio·
2.5
(7) review
5890 Scarborough Blvd, Columbus, OH 43232-4746
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Start:Heritage Square Antique Mall
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(46) review
Heritage Square Antique Mall is the premier location for Antiques, Vintage and Retro items in Central Ohio! The over 50,000 square foot showroom is the largest in the area; with over 400 individual dealers! Our selection of fantastic merchandise is constantly evolving and changing everyday. We feature furniture, art, home decor, dining and serving ware, tools, collectibles, military items, sports memorabilia and many one of a kind finds. We have something for everyone and every occasion. Open 7 Days a Week with convenient shopping hours. We provide cardboard boxes and shopping bags for items to travel home with our customers.
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Start:Governor's Residence
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
358 N Parkview Ave, Columbus, OH 43209-1439
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Start:Kelton House Museum & Garden
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(96) review
Experience urban life and the decorative arts, as they existed in the second half of the 19th century, through the collection of the Sophia and Fernando Cortez Kelton family. Learn about the Underground Railroad and the people that bring the history to life.
10
Start:Ohio Stadium
Columbus, Ohio·
4.5
(979) review
411 Woody Hayes Dr,, Columbus, OH 43210-1104
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What's the driving distance between Raleigh and Columbus?
The distance is 474 miles
What's the travel time between Raleigh and Columbus?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 9h 19m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Columbus?
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